Ward Aide (Family Birthing Centre)

OVERVIEW

Respsonsible for decontaminating, reprocessing and sterilization of equipment, supplies and surgical instrumentation. Cleaning of labour rooms and maintaining stock of supplies.

EDUCATION

- Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Current BLS.

QUALIFICATIONS

- Recent experience in a sterile processing area recommended.
- Recent experience working in the Operating Room and/or Obstetrical Units recommended.
- Demonstrated ability in cleaning of patient equipment and areas.
- Ability to lift 10 kg, transport patients, specimens, & supplies as required.
- Ability to work comfortably around labouring patients and newborns.
- Decontamination, preparation and sterilization of trays, basin sets, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to adhere to the principles of asepsis technique.
- Demonstrated ability to problem solve effectively.
- Good decision-making skills.
- Demonstrated ability to provide excellent customer service.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Must be prepared to work in all areas of Maternal/Newborn & Child Health Services (skills & abilities considered).
- Good work and attendance record required.
- All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) [formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH)] agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.
- All employees of MGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.
- All employees are accountable for protecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to MGH's policies and practices.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) champions accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity through the creation of an inclusive and diverse work environment. At Michael Garron Hospital, we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. We encourage candidates from Black, First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, people of colour, women, people with disabilities and individuals who identify with the diverse communities that we serve, to join the MGH team.

Through our values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Inclusion and Courage, Michael Garron Hospital is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). Should you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know how we can work with you to meet your needs.

This job posting is a confirmed, active vacancy for which we are currently seeking a qualified candidate.

MGH is committed to leveraging new technologies and working efficiently. As a result, artificial intelligence systems may be used as part of our process to screen, assess, and or select applicants for this position.